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Boat LaunchPorter County, Indiana, United States

Heron Rookery (East Side)

Public boat launch on Little Calumet River, Porter County, Indiana.

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72°F Mostly cloudy

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41.6270°, -86.9524°

Overview

Heron Rookery (East Side) is a public boat launch on Little Calumet River in Porter County, Indiana.

It is owned and managed by Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.

Access and Directions

Heron Rookery (East Side) is a trailer boat launch with a ramp surface.

It provides public access to Little Calumet River.

Recreation

Little Calumet River is open to public boating, fishing and paddling; this site is one of its public access points.

Safety

Check the weather before launching, carry Coast Guard-required safety gear, and wear your life jacket. Watch for changing water levels and cold water in spring and fall.

Regulations

Indiana law requires boaters to remove all aquatic plants and animals, drain all water from the boat, and never move live fish away from a waterbody, to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species. Observe posted launch rules and local watercraft regulations.

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Boat Launch Data9 / 30 fields

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Physical

WaterbodyLittle Calumet River

Waterbody TypeRiver

Access & Amenities

Public Boat Launch Yes

Administration

Managing AgencyIndiana Dunes National Lakeshore

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Launch Access TypeRamp Access

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CountyPorter

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ADA Accessible No

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Indiana

Porter County

United StatesUS

41.62698°, -86.95236°

in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/wildlife-resources/public-access-program (Official Website)

Heron Rookery (East Side) is a public boat launch on Little Calumet River, managed by Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.

Current Weather

Updated 5:46 PM

72°F

Mostly cloudy

Feels like 80°

Wind

2.7 mph ENE

Humidity

62%

Visibility

11 mi

UV Index

6

5-Day Forecast

Fri 95%70° 62°

Sat 4%75° 62°

Sun 55%83° 70°

Mon 9%93° 74°

Tue 10%95° 75°

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Added Jun 26, 2026

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